Raleigh is starting Thursday, August 27, with mostly clear skies and temperatures near 72°F, but the calm opening will give way to a warmer, stormier afternoon. The high is expected to reach about 88°F, with humidity adding to the late-summer feel.
Afternoon Storms Could Interrupt Thursday Plans
Showers and thunderstorms may develop after 1 p.m., with a 30% chance of rain and a few pockets of heavy downpours possible. Winds will stay fairly light from the south at 1 to 6 mph, so there will not be much breeze to break up the heat, according to the National Weather Service.
Tonight will remain mostly cloudy, with a 30% chance of additional showers or thunderstorms before 2 a.m. The low should settle near 72°F, making for a warm and muggy night.
Friday Looks Like The Stormiest Day
Showers and thunderstorms are likely after 11 a.m. Friday, when Raleigh could see a high near 87°F and a 60% chance of rain. Some storms may produce brief heavy rain, and rainfall totals could reach a quarter to half an inch in spots.
Friday night stays unsettled, with another 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms and a low around 71°F. The National Weather Service says a few stronger storms are possible Friday, so outdoor plans may need a backup option.
Weekend Rain Eases Before Heat Returns
Saturday brings mostly cloudy skies, a high near 86°F and a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Sunday should be brighter and warmer near 89°F, with only a slight chance of a late-day storm.
Mid-90s Arrive Early Next Week
Sunny weather takes over Monday, with a high near 94°F, followed by highs around 96°F on Tuesday and Wednesday. Rain chances stay low during that stretch, meaning the combination of strong sun and heat will matter more than storm timing…